Apple Compote
Transform simple pantry staples into a delightful homemade treat with this Apple Compote recipe, a versatile and easy-to-make fruit topping that’s perfect for breakfast, dessert, or savory dishes. Featuring juicy apples simmered to tender perfection with sugar, a splash of zesty lemon juice, warm cinnamon, aromatic vanilla, and just a hint of salt, this comforting compote boasts a perfect balance of sweetness and tartness. Ready in just 30 minutes, it's a fuss-free way to elevate your pancakes, waffles, yogurt, or even roasted meats. With its rich flavors and customizable consistency, this apple compote is a must-try for seasonal and year-round cooking. Don't forget—you can store leftovers for up to a week for endless creative serving possibilities!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium Apples
- 50 grams Granulated Sugar
- 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice
- 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
- 120 milliliters Water
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 0.125 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
Start by peeling and coring the apples. Cut them into small, uniform cubes approximately 1/2 inch in size to ensure even cooking.
In a medium saucepan, combine the cubed apples, granulated sugar, lemon juice, ground cinnamon, water, vanilla extract, and salt.
Over medium heat, bring the mixture to a gentle simmer while occasionally stirring to dissolve the sugar evenly.
Once the mixture comes to a simmer, reduce the heat to low and let it cook for about 15 to 20 minutes. Continue to stir occasionally, allowing the apples to soften and the mixture to thicken.
If the compote becomes too thick, add additional water a tablespoon at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
After 15 to 20 minutes, check the apples for tenderness. They should be soft but retain their shape.
Taste the compote and adjust with more sugar or lemon juice if needed to achieve your preferred balance of sweetness and tartness.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the compote cool slightly.
Serve the apple compote warm or at room temperature. It's perfect as a topping for pancakes, waffles, yogurt, or even as a side to roast meats.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
596 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.3 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 308 mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 154.7 g | 56% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.1 g | 68% | |
| Total Sugars | 127.3 g | ||
| Protein | 2.2 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 80 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 831 mg | 18% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
